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The Little Mountain Community Theatre is a nonprofit group, meaning it will rely on grants and donations. President Sandy Doebert said she is meeting with different groups in community. The theater will make its debut of sorts at the Lemont Chamber of Commerce’s Murder Mystery Dinner on Feb. 7, at which Little Mountain will bring in dinner theater veterans to perform the original show “Day at the Derby.” For tickets to the event, call the chamber at 630-257-5997.

Get involved To learn more about Little Mountain Community Theatre and its upcoming classes, visit www. littlemountaintheatre.org.

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The Little Mountain Community Theatre will offer its first set of classes and performances this summer. Members of the board of directors and staff include (bottom, from left) Kevin Tally, Paul Chialdikas, David Lindley and Roy Nees; and (back, from left) Mary Tally, Sandy Doebert and Heather Hutchison. to Lemont residents: village trustee Paul Chialdikas, District 210 board member Mary Tally and local business representatives Clare Korte, Joe Knutte and Lee Virtel. For the artistic staff, the theater has drawn from those involved with the high school theater department. Heather Hutchison, who started directing the school’s spring musicals three years ago, is the artistic director.

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Dave Lindley, who has been assistant director for many shows, is the art staff liaison for the board of directors. Lemont High School teacher Roy Nees will be the tech advisor. Hutchison has been involved in many community theaters in the Chicago area, she said, and has taught at the School of Performing Arts in Naperville. She said part of her job is to help people in the community

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discover their artistic side. “I think it has more to do with seizing the opportunity, so if there is something tangible in your community and you don’t have to travel that far, you’re willing to take a chance on it,” she said. The theater has announced a production of “The Wizard of Oz” for all ages this summer, as well as theater camps for children. Doebert and Hutchison are

particularly excited about a Super Hero Camp for kids with special needs. The participants will learn stage movement and get to “fly” using ropes and pulleys. The theater needs more than performers to put on productions, Hutchison said – it needs stage crew members, costumers and set designers. Hutchison said she does not want the theater to aspire to be a professional, competitive environment. Rather, she said, it should be a place where the whole community can get involved. “There’s a sense of pride and sense of ownership that (community members) very much had a hand at making something come alive,” she said.

8ON THE COVER The Lemont Historical Society’s January meeting will give a history of the many taverns in downtown Lemont. Attendees can also guess the location of bars such as Boe’s Saloon. Photo provided

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LEMONT – In Lemont’s more than 150 years in existence, no one can remember the village ever having a community theater group. Sandy Doebert said she does not know of a community theater in the 28 years she has lived in town. Sue Donahue, museum coordinator with the Lemont Area Historical Society, said schools and churches sometimes stage performances, but there never been a theater organization in Lemont. Seeing this gap in the local arts community, several local residents have formed the Little Mountain Community Theatre. “We have a lot of talent in Lemont,” said Doebert, who is president of the theater’s board of directors. “We have an amazing facility at the high school. We have an untapped territory.” Doebert, a retired superintendent for Lemont High School District 210, said the idea came from a discussion about what a community theater should be. The conclusion was “participatory, hands-on, educationally oriented and involving all kinds of people,” she said. Doebert was superintendent when the high school’s Performing Arts Center was built. “What I talked to the community about was bringing more performing arts into our community,” she said. “I believe community theater enhances the community.” Other members of the board of directors include many names that are likely familiar

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Community, consultants discuss superintendent search By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The audience was small at a community forum Tuesday about the search for Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A’s next superintendent. However, the four community members who attended had an extensive discussion about the state of the district and what qualities would make for a good superintendent. The search firm School Exec Connect has been surveying district staff and local residents to determine a profile of the ideal candidate for the district. It will present the profile

at a Feb. 5 Board of Education meeting. School Exec Connect consultants Tom Madden and Kathryn Robbins framed the forum around three questions:

1. What are the district’s strengths? The first thing mentioned was the quality of teachers and staff. Madden said this has often been brought up in other interviews and forums. The district’s financial progress was also said to be a plus. Attendees said parents showed resilience during district cutbacks, such as when the Warrior Booster Club

funded the continuation of extracurriculars at Old Quarry Middle School. Additionally, it was said that Lemont is a close-knit, small town that does not have the societal difficulties some other communities have, which allows the district to focus on other areas.

have to be strategic in bringing back previously cut programs and how decreasing class sizes, particularly at the lower levels, will instill more confidence in district families.

3. What are the characteristics the next superintendent should possess?

Though the background and qualifications of the candidates were discussed, attendMadden said it is often a ees most valued intangible district’s specific demands qualities, and said it is importthat will attract candidates ant that the superintendent be hoping to make a difference. capable of communicating and Despite the district’s prog- working with people at all levress, finances are expected to els of the district. remain a challenge. They also wanted someone Community members ad- who was not driven by persondressed how the district will al advancement but by want-

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Lemont remembers rowdy days as a village of taverns By DAN FARNHAM

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dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – Despite its quiet nature today, Lemont was once notorious for the number of taverns within its boundaries. The Lemont Area Historical Society will revisit that history with the program “\ Historic Hangouts in Lemont at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Tom’s Place, 110 Stephen St., Lemont. “(The taverns are) a very real part of Lemont’s history, as it was known as one of the rowdiest towns in the United States at the turn of the century,” said historical society President Susan Roy. Starting in the 1890s, the addition of the Sanitary and Ship Canal led to the establishment of several saloons, brothels and gambling houses. Roy said that because of the shame some residents feel about this era in Lemont, certain stories of the village’s history are rarely told. Many of Lemont’s older

What: “Historic Hangouts in Lemont” When: 7 p.m. Tuesday Where: Tom’s Place, 110 Stephen St., Lemont More information: 630-257-2972, www.lemonthistorical.org he said. “There was no bad feelings.” Representatives from the Carousel and Alex and Ray’s are also expected to be at the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own photos and memorabilia of old Lemont hangouts. Admission is free and rePhoto Provided freshments will be available. At the turn of the 20th century, Lemont was known as a rowdy town full of taverns. Roy said she hopes having bars have closed, but others Smokey Row days, it was still ness eight years ago. the meeting at Tom’s Place remain open, including Tom’s during the prohibition era. As a lifelong resident of will draw people who do not Place. Milan said his father at Lemont, Milan can name normally go to historical sociMilan Laketa, the bars’ one time got his liquor supply many of the bars that used to ety meetings. retired owner, will share his from a man with Al Capone’s be downtown. “Sometimes it’s a lot easimemories at the program. organization. He got to know a lot of the er to bring the history to the His father, Tom, opened the Now 84, Milan started other longtime owners and community than have the bar in 1924. Though this was working at the bar in 1953. His see the bars change hands. community come to you,” she past the turn-of-the-century son, Mark, took over the busi“Everybody was friendly,” said.

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Village offers updated Polish school interested in leasing space at Central School online information By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The vacant Central School may have found a new tenant, if only for two days per week. Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A is in discussions with the John Paul II Polish Language School about leasing some of the classrooms at Central, which closed in 2011. Board of Education member Patrick Kerrigan, who leads a committee on the future of the school, brought up the proposal during the board’s meeting Wednesday. He said the Polish school currently meets at Ss. Cyril and Methodius Parish and at a space in Romeoville, but that it is looking to consoli-

date to one location. The school would use the building after normal school hours on Fridays and all day on Saturdays. Board member Al Malley said he likes the flexibility the lease would allow for the district if it wanted to reopen Central. “If we needed a school, we could both use it then,” he said. Interim Superintendent Pamela Hollich said the district is prepared to start working on the specifics of a lease agreement and determining what the district would need to do as far as operation of the building. In the fall, the Lemont Park District also expressed interest in leasing the building. Kerrigan said he talk-

ed with park district board President Pat Sexton and they have not made a decision. Additionally, the board would like to move forward with needed repairs to the roof of the school. Hollich said that May or June would be the most realistic time the repairs could be done. Director of Operations Pam Mazurek said the repairs are not urgent. “The roof repairs can be done at a later date,” she said. “It’s not something that could keep the building from reopening.” Board member Mike Aurelio asked for Requests for Proposal on the roof repair so the board could vote on the issue.

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LEMONT – The village of Lemont has updated the questions and answers about the proposed Lemont Sports Complex posted on its website to include information discussed at recent village board meetings. The online file addresses 38 questions from the board’s December and January meetings. Some of the questions were already mentioned in the February 2013 question and answer file, but the updated document includes the village’s latest information. Topics include: • How private financing differs from alternative revenue bonds and what the village’s financial obligations would be if it were to use private financing

• Initial estimates on the interest rates for debt certificates • How the village would pay for the project if there was a shortfall in revenue and how that shortfall would affect its budget • Why it is more financially feasible for the village to run the facility than a private group • How the complex would compare to other area facilities and whether it would compete with the Lemont Park District • How the brown field environment of the site would be cleaned up For a link to the file and other information on the sports complex, visit www.lemont. il.us/sportscomplex.

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Trial scheduled for Lemont man charged in DUI fatality LEMONT – Joseph Hayes of Lemont will appear for a jury trial on the felony charge of homicide by operation of a vehicle while intoxicated at 8:30 a.m. April 22 in Marinette County, Wis., according to Wisconsin case records. Marinette County District Attorney Allen Brey said Hayes pleaded not guilty to the charge, as well as to a felony charge of causing death by operation of a vehicle with prohibited alcohol concentration and to misdemeanors of causing injury by operation while intoxicated and causing injury by operation with prohibited alcohol concentration. If convicted on all charges, Hayes could face 16 years in prison.

Lemont ‘Green Home’ to make TV debut Saturday SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LEMONT – “Built To Last – The Green Home,” a documentary series about an environmentally friendly house in Lemont, will air its first episode at 9:30 a.m. Saturday on Lakeshore Public Television. The show follows the planning and building of the five-bedroom home at 12670 Briarcliffe Drive that was completed in summer 2013 over 13 episodes. The house was designed to incorporate energy-efficient practices, environmentally friendly materials and cost-saving, innovative products, according to a news release on the show’s Facebook page. The house is a smart home, the show’s website said, with a dashboard of residential controls to regulate lighting, heat, ventilation, air conditioning, appliances, security and other systems. The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters’ Labor and

Management Committee and Lakeshore Public Television selected Lemont as the location for the show in 2011. “Our goal with building ‘The Green Home’ is to be the industry leader when it comes to construction of new homes that are built for energy efficiency and optimum performance,” Carpenters’ President Frank Libby said in the release. A preview of the season can be seen at www.builttolasttv. com/the-green-home.html. According to the show’s website, Lakeshore PTV can be viewed through DirecTV and Dish Network on channel 56, on AT&T U-verse channel 56 and on cable channels 17 and 21. The show will air on public television in more than 50 markets nationally and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This is the second season of “Built to Last.” The first season premiered in 2010 and focused on the many crafts within the carpentry trade.

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Hayes’ attorney Royce Finne said the not guilty plea is a procedural matter and that he could still work out a deal with the prosecution at the April 3 pre-trial conference. According to a Marinette County Sheriff’s Department report, Hayes was involved in a fatal traffic collision Sept. 27 in Pound, Wis. The report said Hayes hit two vehicles while driving in the wrong lane of a highway and the driver of one vehicle suffered fatal injuries. The report said police determined Hayes’ driving condition to be impaired and alcohol was present. Bray said results from a Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory test showed Hayes had a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.23.

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Behind the science of calling a snow day “Snow day.” It’s amazing how two words can mean such different things to different people. For students, it’s a bonus ... the equivalent of finding $20 in the pocket of your jeans. A snow day equates to a day to sleep in, watch a movie or perhaps even get in some extra studying for an upcoming exam. However, those two words COMMUNITY don’t carry the same level of VOICE joy for school administrators. Mary Determining whether or not Ticknor to close school for weather-related issues is one of the most difficult decisions I’ll have to make during the course of a school year. Regardless of the decision, it almost certainly will make someone unhappy. Canceling school has a wide range of consequences. Students who are reliant on school for their daily meals or for support services that we provide beyond education won’t receive them. All extra-curricular activities are canceled. And, of course, any days missed must be made up, which may cause conflicts for some families if the date of graduation or the last day of school is changed. Most importantly, students miss out on an opportunity to learn. “Emergency days” may be rescheduled, but what truly is lost is the momentum that students and teachers have built in their classrooms. Ultimately, what guides this decision is whether students, parents and staff can get to our campus safely. To be as well informed as possible, I spend hours gathering important information from the village of Lemont, Lemont Police Department, District 113A, our bus company and our buildings and grounds team. I also consult with superintendents from neighboring communities and schools within our athletic conference. If the weather is so severe that the decision can be made the night before, I try to make the call as early as possible out of consideration for our students, parents and staff. However, in cases where the weather conditions worsen overnight, this process becomes an all-night affair where conditions are assessed every 30 minutes, beginning as early as 3 a.m. Those nights aren’t fun. As meteorologists begin detailing impending inclement weather, work is just beginning to determine at what point I get to say the three words that will make me the most happy. “School is open!”

Mary Ticknor is the superintendent of Lemont High School District 210.

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Amanda Hoster of Lemont is volunteering with the Peace Corps in Nicaragua, teaching children and adults about recycling and the environment.

Lemont native Amanda Hoster is working for the Peace Corps in Nicaragua, where she teaches science, recycling and gardening. We’re thrilled to see someone from the village make a difference across the world by helping to keep it green. The Mount Assisi Academy Dance Team took second place in jazz and fifth place in pom during a competition Jan. 12 at Huntley High School, despite having to adjust its routines when one of the dancers injured her foot. Congratulations to the team for its success and perserverence.

8STREET TALK Q: What’s the most difficult place to drive in the Chicago area? “Downtown Chicago … because of the one way streets and parking.” Maria Liberty, Lemont Anna Schier, news editor aschier@shawmedia.com 630-427-6248

“The Stevenson [Expressway]. It’s always too crowded.” Mary Hornung, Lemont

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No applause for parking garages I shop downtown Elmhurst only when I can find on-street parking. I do not like nor do I feel safe in parking garages. I don’t care how many parking garages Elmhurst builds, I will only shop downtown Elmhurst when I can secure ground-level, open parking. Perhaps Elmhurst should consider tearing down a vacated building such as Plass Appliance to provide more onstreet parking. I am sure the city is worried about loss of revenue from the torn-down building. However, wouldn’t increased foot traffic to existing stores help prevent more stores from closing in downtown Elmhurst and also entice new stores?

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• SOUND OFF Continued from page 11 Kudos to snowplowing crews I’ve been a Bloomingdale Township resident for more than 30 years, and the Township Highway Department has done an excellent job with my road in the unincorporated area I live in. Every time I look out the window, I see a snowplow going by. I had a doctor appointment the next day after the big storm. I could tell when I drove through the township that the roads were in great condition. My wife and I felt safe. Thank you to the snowplowing crew of Bloomingdale Township Highway Department. Job well done.

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evening of dance consists of lines and circles from a wide variety of countries such as Bulgaria, Israel, France, England and Romania. The range of expertise is from beginners to advanced. Open to the public, no partners necessary and families are welcome. Donation of $3 at the door. For information, email jensencbs@yahoo.com or visit argonneifd.blogspot.com. After Hours Film Society, 7:30 p.m. Monday, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove. Meets on the second and fourth Monday of every month, with the exception of December. Cost is $9 for nonmembers and $5 for members. For information, call 630534-4528 or visit www.afterhoursfilmsociety.com. Take Off Pounds Sensibly Downers Grove, 6:30 p.m. Monday, First United Methodist Church, BURR RIDGE 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Al-Anon, 9:30 a.m. to noon Friday, For information, call 630-964-2043. First United Church of Burr Ridge, 15W100 Plainfield Road., Burr Ridge. LEMONT Al-Anon Friday Morning Serenity Lemont-Homer Glen Rotary, Seekers, 9:30 a.m. Fridays noon Tuesday, Ruffled Feathers, 1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont. For inforDARIEN mation, call 630-257-9063. Bingo at the Lithuanian World Our Lady of Peace Catholic Elementary School Open House, 7:45 Center, 4 p.m. Wednesday, Lithuanian World Center, 14911 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Our Lady of 127th Street, Lemont. A variety of Peace School, 709 Planfield Road, Darien. Meet the staff, parents, see pull-tabs are for sale, along with students work and tour the school. an early bird raffle starting at 5:15 p.m. Bingo and raffle begin at 6:45 Available for Pre K through 8th p.m., with payouts ranging from grade. For information, call 630$100 to $500. For every Bingo 325-9220. player, a free dinner is offered Sales Professionals of Illinois on the third Wednesday of each Inc., 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Thursday, Pancake Delight House, 75th Street month. For information, call 630257-8787. and Fairview Avenue, Darien. For information, call 630-852-0580.

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WOODRIDGE Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 0910, 6 p.m. Monday, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2600 75th St., Woodridge. For information, call Barb at 630-724-1209. Woodridge Rotary Club, noon Tuesday, Seven Bridges Golf Club, 1 Mulligan Drive, Woodridge. For information, call 630-960-5417 or visit www.woodridgerotary.org.

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Norbert H. Kluga, age 95, lifelong resident of Lemont, at rest January 15, 2014. Proud WW II Staff Sgt. United States Army, stationed in the South Pacific. Beloved husband of the late Lorraine nee Jaeger. Loving father of Joanne, James (Heidi), Raymond and Michael Kluga. Devoted grandfather of Ben and Jay. Dear brother of John Kluga. Past commander Lemont VFW Post 5819; member of Lemont Lions Club; former Lemont Town Assessor and Park Board Commissioner; past president of Lemont Community Chest; former Lemont Justice of the Peace. Mr Kluga was a retired State Farm Insurance agent in Lemont. He was also a member of the Lemont 4th Degree Knights of Columbus as well as an avid fisherman and golfer and a founding member of the Save the Valley Association. Visitation Sunday, January 19, 2014, from 1:00-5:00 P.M. at Gerharz-Cappetta Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 501 State St., Lemont. Funeral Mass Monday 10:00 A.M. at St. Alphonsus Church. Interment St. Alphonsus Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lemont Lions Club, PO Box 84, Lemont, IL. 60439 Info 630-257-2123 or www.gerharzfuneralhome.com

appear the City Council is doing a thorough job of reviewing the project. It also would appear the Council is continuing this review until they can find some way to justify awarding the project to Morningside. Let’s see how this turns out.

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Snow-blowing good Samaritan I would like to thank the owner of EconoTemp on Belmont Road in Downers Grove. He has been snowblowing a path for pedestrians on the west side of Belmont Road from the Bible Church to within a block of the Belmont Metra station all winter. His concern for commuters and others who walk to the train station is refreshing. It is certainly more than I can say for the village of Downers Grove or DuPage County, who have been called several times about this issue. Having pedestrians walk in the road because the sidewalk is impassable is extremely dangerous. I guess it will take a tragedy for something to be done about this problem.

Angry with AAA I have paid for AAA membership since 2012. The first time I was in need of an emergency service through AAA was Jan. 8. I was told when I paid for this roadside assistance insurance

that I would be helped in case of emergency. My car would not start after several attempts so I called AAA roadside assistance. An automated voice from a toll-free number provided zero help. First and second attempts to call, I got a busy signal. The third, an automated voice stated “due to high call volume we can only offer roadside assistance if you are stranded or in extreme temperatures” and then a dial tone. On fourth and fifth attempts, I got the same automated voice and these calls ended in dial tone as well, with no offer to hold and wait for a rep. I was stranded and in an extreme freezing temperature of 8 degrees. I physically ran to the nearest AAA location for help. I was extremely upset, crying, freezing and asking for help because I was stranded and my car would not start. I asked, “Can you get through to AAA roadside service for me?” One employee told me to “Go to an app store and download a AAA app to ask for help online.” How would I do that? My phone was about to shut down because I had been using it nonstop trying to call AAA member services. There were four AAA employees in this office at about 5:30 p.m. One left, and another stated as he walked out the door, “Drive safe.” Another said, “We’ve had hundreds of people just like you in the same situation

today. You are one of many. We don’t have to stay here and help you but am on hold with AAA roadside assistance and can’t get through to a person.” I asked for a phonebook to call towing companies and was told, “We don’t have any.” I was in an emergency and this is a service that I only purchased if I ever found myself in a state of emergency. I have paid for my AAA membership for the past two years and never utilized the services before, but the first time I do, AAA provided no assistance. Can employees be trained to offer a simple jumpstart in extreme situations like this? Something quick and relatively easy would have made a world of difference that night.

Demand for B-teams How is that District 200 cannot find a way to offer B team sports to our students who want to play competitive athletics? Our four middle schools only offer cross country, wrestling, track, and one team for girls volleyball, girls basketball and boys basketball. What about in other school districts? In addition to what we have to offer, Glen Ellyn’s Hadley School offers softball and soccer, including B team soccer. West Chicago offers cheerleading, boys volleyball and soccer. Downers Grove offers boys volleyball, and St. Charles, Batavia, Geneva, Naperville and Indian Prairie

School districts all offer B team sports. Football and baseball even make it into the mix of neighboring schools. We want to keep our kids fit and we want to keep them involved in after-school activities. Please give them that opportunity, Wheaton-Warrenville school board. At the Jan. 22 board meeting, we are asking you to find your school spirit and give back to the Bulldogs, Eagles, Huskies and Panthers.

Parking in Brookfield when there is snow I totally agree with the person who commented on the snow parking regulations in Brookfield. Monday-Wednesday-Friday and Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday regulations should remain in effect throughout the winter to avoid the confusion about snowfall amounts and days of the week. Many streets are narrow and those who live on those streets take care to pull their mirrors in to avoid having them being taken off by a passing car. We live on a wider street and two cars tried to pass and knocked the mirror off a visiting guest’s car. Do you think they stopped? People are very quick to judge the village for their poor job of cleaning the streets, but do they ever consider the residents who don’t move their cars properly? Maybe Chicago with their parking ban has the right idea.

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Autoimmune condition? Living with an autoimmune disorder can afect every part of your life. It keeps you from enjoying the good things in life… time with your kids, grandkids, activities like goling, biking, yard work and gardening. Did you know that leaky gut syndrome is a precursor to an autoimmune disease? Did you know that your gut makes up 80% of your immune system? An autoimmune disorder is when your immune system attacks your own body. here is NO CURE for autoimmune disorders, but you can calm down the immune response NATURALLY. My name is Dr. Jefrey E Forzley, with Lemont Natural Healthcare. I am a chiropractic physician and a holistic practitioner. I am passionate about helping people with chronic health conditions. I have been in practice for 28 years. As a holistic practitioner I evaluate the whole body and the many systems of the body, integrate their relationships, manage the underlying cause and use natural methods to manage autoimmune disorders.

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Medications are not always the long term answer. Medications can give you temporary relief but they DO NOT ADDRESS THE UNDERLYING CAUSE of your immune imbalance. All medications have side efects. hese side efects can be more detrimental than the original symptoms sometimes.

Did you know that medications to treat autoimmune conditions can WEAKEN your immune system and lead to infections and immune degenerative conditions including cancer? here is a time to use medications but not before a NATURAL way to manage the underlying imbalance. So how do I help people with autoimmune disorders? I use a combination of speciic NEUROLOGICAL protocols and NUTRITION recommendations… Neuro-Metabolic herapy. Your Brain (nervous System) controls all other systems of the body. It controls your immune system. digestive system, endocrine (hormone) system… so if you have an immune system imbalance or autoimmune condition, evaluating and managing the nervous system is required for optimal improvement.

Your immune system. here are 2 parts to the front line defense of your immune system… TH1 (white blood cells) and TH2 (antibody response). hese 2 parts should work in balance together. But when you are sufering from an autoimmune disorder, one part is out of balance (dominant). his leads to an imbalance in TH3 which in turn leads to an autoimmune response.

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I can work with your immune system NATURALLY and balance the TH1, TH2, TH3 and TH17. You can never be cured of an autoimmune disorder. BUT, you can get symptom relief and calm down the immune attack on you own body. You must get a detailed immune system evaluation followed by speciic recommendation based on those tests. Guess what stimulates TH1?Vitamin C. But if you are TH1 dominant, Taking vitamin C will WORSEN your immune response. hat’s right worsen. We need to identify which part of your immune system is dominant in order to calm down the immune system. I don’t treat or cure autoimmune disorders. By using speciic neurological and nutritional protocols, I help to decrease your body’s inlammation, detoxify your body, balance TH1, TH2, TH3 and TH17 which NATURALLY boosts your immune system. THAT is how I address autoimmune disorders.

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LEMONT – The Illinois State Board of Education has issued a loan to Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A to help pay for the massive technology system upgrade the district approved in December, according to a Jan. 9 ISBE news release. The three-year loan, which is part of the School Technology Revolving Loan Program, is for $366,350 at a two percent interest rate. It will be paid off in six biannual payments. The District 113A Board of Education unanimously passed a $750,578 technology

upgrade plan with Sentinel Technologies, Inc. during its Dec. 18 meeting. The upgrades, which are scheduled to be completed before the beginning of next school year, will include 10 GB wireless bandwith. According to the Dec. 18 meeting agenda, the district has allotted $359,098 for technology upgrades in 2013-14. To finance the project, the district received a preliminary pricing on a three-year lease for a $650,000 expenditure that would include an annual payment of about $228,000, according to Business Manager Barbara Germany.

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will run roughly parallel to an existing Line 62 pipeline that goes from Pontiac to Griffith, Ind. Increased oil production from Alberta, Canada and North Dakota has created the need for the pipeline, Smith said. The existing pipeline transports about 235,000 barrels of oil per day, and the new line will carry roughly 570,000 barrels per day, she said. The cost of the project will be about $495 million. Smith said Enbridge staff are working with more than 100 landowners in Will County to find the best route for the new pipeline. She said nearly all of those landowners have allowed Enbridge to conduct surveys on their property. “We strive to come to … an agreement with every landowner,” she said. “We want this to be a win-win situation.” Canada-based Enbridge submitted an application to the Illinois Commerce Commission last February and hope to receive a certificate of good standing soon, Smith said.

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Whether you’re “jonzin” for a delicious burger, bbq ribs or even a stroll down a salad bar, HB Jones is Elmhurst has it. Start off with fresh hummus or chili cheese fries, try the pulled pork sandwich and finish with a thick chocolate shake. Full bar selection includes specialty drinks and over seventy craft beers. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. Carry out available. HB Jones 551 S. York, Elmhurst 630-782-5669

As they say at Tannins, wine should be fun. Stop by to try wines for the for the most discerning palate, entrylevel bottles for the complete beginner, and choices for everyone in between. They also offer cheese, chocolate and a selection of beers. Live music is scheduled most Fridays. Open seven days a week. Tannins Wine Bar & Boutique 112 N. York St., Elmhurst 630-834-4800

The DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference set a variety of legislative priorities at its annual dinner Jan. 15, including reforming public safety pensions, according to a conference news release. Founded in 1962, the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference is made up of 34 municipal governments that represent more than 1 million people. The purpose of the conference is to voice municipal concerns on local, regional, state and national issues. More than 160 people attended the event to discuss issues that affect their communities. Attendees identified 11 priorities to pursue through legislation or advocacy in 2014, including: • Reforming municipal public safety pensions • Direct deposit of Local Government Distributive Fund (LGDF) • Removing the sunset date

on the Wireless Emergency Telephone Safety Act • I m p l e m e n t i n g streamlined sales tax • Limiting the Prevailing Wage Act • Exempting staffing requirements from collective bargaining • Defining “confidential employees” under the Illinois Labor Relations Act • Limiting commercial Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests • Removing barriers to non-home rule authority •Amendingrulesregardingpublication of reports and notices • Supporting western airport access as part of the Elgin O’Hare Expressway expansion project. Conference members also named Illinois Senate Republican Leader Christine Radogno its 2013 Governmental Leader of the Year. For more information, visit www.dmmc-cog.org.

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In response to the growing heroin epidemic, the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office will be the first county sheriff’s office in Illinois to carry the drug Narcan, which can reverse a heroin overdose, in its squad cars, according to a Sheriff’s Office news release. The Sheriff’s Office is one of the DuPage County law enforcement agencies piloting the DuPage Narcan Program, which was started by the DuPage County Chiefs of Police Association and was developed with the DuPage County Health Department. As part of the program, deputies will have access to the prescription drug Narcan, which blocks opiates from brain receptors and reverses an overdose. “We are fighting every day to get this drug out of our com-

munity, but this new program will help us with those who are still battling the addiction,” Sheriff John Zaruba said in the release. For more information on heroin use in DuPage County, visit www.dupagesheriff.org and watch the video “Heroin in DuPage County: An Equal Opportunity Epidemic.” Drug abuse services are available through the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office and the DuPage County Health Department, according to the release. Parents who find a suspicious substance in their child’s room are invited to use the Sheriff’s Office First Step Program, which assists them in determining whether the substance is illegal. More information on this free and anonymous testing is available at www.dupagesheriff.org through the link for programs and services.

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WHERE: Ashyana Banquets, 1652 W. 75th St., Downers Grove WHEN: Friday evening, March 7 COST & INFO: $35, with dinner-and-show option for $60; 630-796-5654; www. darienvfw2838.org/donate.html ABOUT: Early ticket purchase is suggested for the “Rockin’ with the Vets” benefit concert for Darien VFW Post 2838. The show stars Dan Lentino and The Fabulous Ambassadors playing ‘50s and ‘60s hits, plus Lance Lipinsky and The Lovettes in a tribute to Jerry Lee Lewis, and special guest Shawn Klush (shown), billed as the “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist.”

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FAMILY BALL WHERE: Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge WHEN: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7 COST & INFO: $15 residents, $22 nonresidents; www. woodridgeparks.org, 630-353-3300 ABOUT: Early registration is underway for the “Enchanted Prince and Princess Ball.” A formal invitation has gone out from the Woodridge Park District to the finest princes and princesses in the land to attend the festivities. Everyone is asked to dress in their royal garb for an evening full of dancing, games and a variety of fun activities. The ball is designed for children ages 2 to 6, accompanied by an adult.

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WHERE: Parkers’ Restaurant and Bar, 1000 31st St., Downers Grove WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 COST & INFO: $30; register by Jan. 24 at www.literacydupage.org ABOUT: Literacy DuPage’s second annual Reading Between the Wines fundraiser features a three-course luncheon with wine flights, and a fashion show by Jeans & A Cute Top Shop. It’s called a “ladies’ afternoon of food, flights, fashion, philanthropy, friends and fun.” Photo provided

WHERE: Westmont Public Library, 428 N. Cass Ave. WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 COST & INFO: $3 in advance, $5 at door; 630-963-5252, www.pvpn.weebly.com ABOUT: Progressive Village Performance Network, in association with Westmont Park District, will partner with the library to perform old-time radio versions of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries “Murder in the Casbah” and “A Scandal in Bohemia,” complete with sound effects and commercials fashioned for current Westmont businesses. The event is a fundraiser for Friends of the Library.

WHERE: Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25 and 26 COST & INFO: Regular admission; 630968-0074, www.mortonarb.org ABOUT: Siberian huskies will be sled pulling, skijoring and showing off their speed in Husky Heroes demonstrations at 11:30 a.m., 12:45, 2 and 3:15 p.m. Activities for humans include a photo with the sled team. Visitors can meet the canines, and also sign up to adopt a husky without a home. The film “The Last Great Race” will be screened at noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. The event is closed to personal pets. The Arboretum is open daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.

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Hokkaido turns cuisine into performance art OAKBROOK TERRACE – As we walked into Hokkaido Sushi Hibachi Steak House & Lounge, I was struck by the beauty of a mural that appeared 3D. Inside the restaurant that bears the name of Japan’s second largest island, we instantly were greeted by a hostess who asked whether we preferred to sit at the bar or hibachi. Feeling adventurous, we said yes to the hibachi, which Hokkaido’s website terms a smokeless cooking station. As she led us through the restaurant, I noticed we were walking on a clear glass floor with fish swimming underneath – a delight for any age (it reminded me of a family trip to Silver Springs, Fla., where we floated in glass-bottom boats). The decor is a deft blend of traditional and modern designs, including Oriental illustrations and motifs with an array of colorful lighting. In a separate room were four tables with family-style seating and two hibachi grills each. We were seated with a grandmother and her granddaughter from Glen Ellyn. I ordered the hibachi combination of Hokkaido chicken and shrimp, while my companion chose a sirloin steak and chicken combo. Hokkaido offers different styles of preparation, such as three ways to prepare your shrimp: golden (with egg), hibachi (lightly seasoned) or garlic. Among side dishes are chicken soup, salad, mixed green vegetables and steamed rice. The hibachi experience is as much a performance as a meal, with the chef twirling his metal spatula and tapping out sound effects on seasoning containers and the grill. Each ingredient becomes a character in the play, with the chef acting as narrator and band. I opted to substitute chicken soup for miso soup as overture. Made with kelp, bits of tofu and green onion, it was

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Hokkaido in Oakbrook Terrace creates dramatic dining from its setting to the interactive hibachi experi- its own, but mixed together ence. It recently came under new management. achieved star power. For the finale, the chef took a piece of untouched chicken from my plate, cut it into smaller pieces he made dance on the grill, and then flipped a piece into my mouth from his spatula. He did the same for my companion. We clapped just as you would for a play, and thanked our chef for the experience. For dessert, I selected red bean mochi ice cream, while my companion chose the chocolate soufflé. The delectable mochi was a work of art, with The California maki is a terrific a scribble of raspberry sauce on the plate and cut pieces blend of flavors. presented in a flower-like were served four pieces of shape. The soufflé, presented California maki, offered with with raspberry and chocolate wasabi, ginger and a dish of sauce drizzles, was wonderfulThe generous combination dish of hibachi sirloin steak and chicken soy sauce. I wanted more, but ly rich, my companion said. We’re already looking includes chicken soup, salad, steamed rice, two pieces of hibachi refrained because of the hibaforward to returning for more shrimp, four pieces of California maki and mixed grilled vegetables, chi course yet to come. The chef starts by preparsushi and artful encores. accompanied by dipping sauces. ing fried rice with egg (involving an “egg roll” across the a perfect antidote to the icy something new to me. The Mystery Diner is a cooking surface). Mushrooms newsroom employee at Subweather. My companion also I enjoyed the steamed rice cook separately from the enjoyed the chicken soup. I chose, but after the chef urban Life Media. The diner’s Our salads were a tasty provided a sample of the fried zucchini, carrots, onions and identity is not revealed to mound of lettuce, purple rice, I told him I’m ordering it meat. And throughout the the restaurant staff before or performance, we tasted ingre- during the meal. Only posicabbage, carrot, cucumber on our next visit. dients along the way. Each and a dollop of flavorful, Near the beginning of the tive dining experiences will orange-hued house dressing, hibachi performance, we both “character” was delicious on result in published reviews.

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“Young Frankenstein,” Thursday, Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane Theatre, Oakbrook Terrace. A wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend based on Mel Brooks’ classic comedy masterpiece. Runs Wednesdays through Sundays at various times through March 16. For information, visit www.drurylaneoakbrook.com. “Keep Your Edges Glued Down” Art Exhibit, 1 to 4 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays through Feb. 1, Addison Center for the Arts Gallery, Addison Trail High School, 213 N. Lombard Ave., Addison. Mixed- media art exhibit by The Collage Sisthars Collaborative. For information, call 630-458-4500 or visit www.addisoncenterforthehearts.com. “Unnecessary Farce” at The Theatre of Western Springs, Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave., Western Springs. Written by Paul Slade Smith and directed by David Knezz. On select dates from Jan. 23 through Feb. 2. This contemporary American farce features an embezzling mayor, two undercover cops, two motel rooms and lots of confusion. Tickets are $18 and $20; this play is suitable for adult audiences. For information, call 708-246-3380 or visit www.theatreofwesternsprings. com.

Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra 2013-14 Season, 3 p.m. Sunday, Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church, 149 W Brush Hill Road, Elmhurst. The Soldier’s Tale. For information, visit www.esosubscriptions.org.

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JAN. 24 Glen Ellyn Restaurant Week, Friday through Feb. 6, downtown Glen Ellyn. Ten downtown restaurants participating. Pick up a punch card and enjoy a variety of discounts and the chance to win dining gift certiicates and discount cards. For information, visit www.downtownglenellyn.com. Elmhurst Artists’ Guild Winter Member Shop Reception, 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. The Elmhurst Art Museum will host a reception for the Elmhurst Artists’ Guild Winter Member Show, featuring more than 50 artists. The reception is free and open to the public. For information, visit www.elmhurstartistsguild.org. Samba Lesson and Open Ballroom Dance Party, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Georgetown West, 301 Prospect Ave., Wood Dale. Warm up this January with a Samba lesson followed by an open ballroom dance party. For information, visit just-dance.us/ dances.php. Friday at the Ford: Rabbit Ears, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut Street, Western Springs. Flutist Carlyn Lloyd and guitarist Pamela Kimmel will perform a variety of music, ranging from light classical works of Bach, Beethoven, and Handel to popular favorites from Cole Porter,

JAN. 27 Free Screening of “Royal Wedding”, 1:30 p.m. Monday, Clarendon Hills Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills. Enjoy this delightful, danceilled 1951 ilm with Fred Astaire at his most creative. Refreshments will be served. Register in advance. For information, call 630-323-8188, email info@clarendonhillslibrary.org or visit www.clarendonhillslibrary.org. Super Bowl Treats, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut Street, Western Springs. The Thomas Ford Memorial will offer Super Bowl Treats with Chef Kate Bradley. Looking for new snacks for the Big Game? Bradley will have recipes and samples for low fat bean dip, cola hot wings, taffy apple dip, and butternut squash bread pudding. Registration required. For information, call 708-246-0520 or visit www. fordlibrary.org. Photo provided by Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

ICE HARVEST DEMONSTRATIONS WHERE: 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Saturday, Sunday to Jan. 30 COST & INFO: Hands-on ice harvesting with 1890s saws and ice-breaker bars will show visitors how properly stacking and insulating ice in an icehouse allows blocks to stay frozen for months without electricity. “Seeing the labor that was required during the coldest time of year to make sure foods remained chilled through the hottest is a real eye-opener,” says Keith McClow, manager of Kline Creek Farm. Registration is not needed, but he advises calling the farm the morning of each free event at 630-876-5900 to conirm conditions are right at Timber Lake. Smaller demos from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 1 will be part of the free “Wonders of Winter” at Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook. Visit dupageforest.org.

George Gershwin, and Irving Berlin. No advance registration required. For information, call 708-246-0520 or visit www.fordlibrary.org.

JAN. 25 “Pirates - The Musical” presented by Abraham Lincoln Elementary School, 5:30 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday, Hadley Junior High, 240 Hawthorne Boulevard, Glen Ellyn. Glen Ellyn’s Abraham Lincoln Elementary School’s Fifth Grade Drama Club will present “Pirates - The Musical,” a rollicking sea musical about stowaways on board and the dilemma of what to do about them. Donations accepted at the door to beneit the PTA. For information, call 630-5615907. As Good as Gold, Golden Retriever Rescue, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Pet

Supplies Plus, 105 E. Ogden Ave., Westmont, and Petco, 412 W. Army Trail Road, Bloomingdale. Meet volunteers, their Golden Retrievers and learn about volunteer opportunities and adoption procedures. For information, visit www.asgoodasgold. org. Straight from the Tap Craft Beer Tasting, 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Arrowhead Restaurant, 26W151 Butterield Road, Wheaton. Featuring more than 32 craft beers from 13 breweries including Two Brothers, Solemn Oath, Revolution and Lakefront. Hors d’oeuvres will also be served. Tickets are $40 and include 32 2-ounce tastings, food and entertainment. Designated driver tickets are $20 and include food and entertainment. Event is limited to 300 guests. For information, call 630-653-5800 or visit www. arrowheadgolfclub.org/beer.

JAN. 28 Throwback Tuesday for Teens, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut Street, Western Springs. Forget the pressures of being a teen and think back to a simpler time of animal crackers and juice boxes, coloring books and comfy jammies. Will offer games, snacks and trivia from the good old days. Wear comfy clothes or PJs. For grades 6 to 12. For information, call 708-2460520 or visit www.fordlibrary.org. Setting the Scene: Making of “Downton Abbey,” 7 to 8:15 p.m. Tuesday, Recreation Center, 4500 Belmont Road, Downers Grove. Discover how they produced great estates like Downton, learn about the landscape designers, land ownership patterns, inheritance laws and why radical changes were inevitable. Register in advance. For information, visit www. dglibrary.org.

JAN. 29 Restoration-in-Progress Tour, 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St., Oak Brook. Take a docent-guided tour through Mayslake Peabody Estate to learn about the past and future of this historic 1920s Tudor Revival-style mansion. Cost is $5 per person and all ages are welcome. Reservations are required for group tours. For information, call 630-206-9588 or visit www. dupageforest.org.

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Catholic Schools We Week ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL HOSTSALL-SCHOOLOPENHOUSE SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 12 – 3 PM

OWNERS GROVE, Illinois – January 16, 2014 – To celebrate Catholic Schools Week and the beginning of its 201415 preschool through 8th grade enrollment, St. Joseph School at 4832 Highland Avenue in Downers Grove is hosting an All-School Open House on Sunday, January 26 from 12 – 3 pm. “Our Open House is a way for us to welcome new families to our school, and to visit with current families,” said Principal Rita Stasi. “We’re proud to share our tradition of excellence in Catholic education, and look forward to inviting all to Open House. We hope you see how warm and welcoming our school community is - it’s something we value and hope to pass on to all who visit with us.” St. Joseph School offers challenging academics, faith formation, an award-winning faculty, small class sizes, Spanish in all grades, no-cut sports, a variety of extracurricular activities, Extended Day options from 7 am – 6 pm, and a Reading Specialist. Tuition assistance is also available. Marketing Director, Kelly Roth said, “We’re one of the 13 schools in the Diocese of Joliet that increased enrollment in the 2013-14 school year. We have 460 students in Preschool through 8th Grade, and with the introduction of our new AllDay Kindergarten next school year, we expect to ill our two Kindergarten classes in the fall. Additionally, we’ve opened an afternoon preschool session for 4-year-olds this year to meet demand.” Although the Pre-K3 and Pre-K4-AM classes are full, the school still has openings in its Pre-K4-PM class, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-8. Parents are encouraged to send in their registration materials as soon as possible to ensure a place for their child. Contact Kelly Roth at 630-969-4306 to schedule a tour or shadow day, or visit www.stjosephdg.org/school for more information, including a 2014-15 Online Tour Package and Registration Forms. ••• About St. Joseph School, Downers Grove An award-winning Pre-K through 8th grade Catholic school, St. Joseph offers a personalized approach to learning that’s faith-centered, academically challenging, interactive, and puts children on a path to success – academically, spiritually and socially. Visit www.stjosephdg.org/school, or call 630-969-4306 to learn more.

CATHOLIC SCHOOL ALL-SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE, CHILDREN’S PARTY PARTY & TOURS SUNDA , JANUARY JANUARY 26th 9:30am – 12:00pm

t. Mary of Gostyn Catholic School (SMG) of Downers Grove has big plans for the National Catholic Schools Week (CSW) annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States January 26 through February 1. SMG will begin early with an information session on the evening of Thursday, January 23 for prospective Preschool and Kindergarten families to give them an opportunity to learn more about the beneits of a Catholic education at SMG and their award-winning Early Childhood program. On Sunday, January 26, the oficial beginning of CSW, SMG will include students in their weekend Masses and host an open house with tours and children’s activities beginning at 9:30 a.m. •The activities will include a children’s party celebrating the 40th anniversary of CSW with birthday party games, goodie bags, music and food, all open to the public. •SMG will be showcasing their student artwork along with some very creative murals done by SMG students and much more. SMG invites everyone to attend. Beginning January 27, SMG will honor their students with activities, contests and prizes, their staff with a luncheon and gifts, and a tribute to parents for choosing a Catholic education at SMG. The intent of the week is to focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities, and our nation. SMG is proud to join in the national celebrations. For more information, please visit www.StMaryGostyn.org.

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Faith, Knowledge And Service: SS. Cyril and Methodius School

Catholic Schools Week National Catholic Schools Week is the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. It starts the last Sunday in January and runs all week, which in 2014 is January 26 to February 1. Schools typically observe National Catholic Schools Week with Masses, open house and other activities for students, families, parishioners and community members. Through these events, schools focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities and our nation.

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday, January 26, 2014 11:30 - 1:00 PM We invite all present and new families to join us. Visit our classrooms and meet our teachers We ofer 3 and 4 year old preschool programs. We ofer both half-day and full day programs for 4 year olds. ALL CLASSROOMS EQUIPPED WITH SMART BOARDS. OUR STUDENTS RECEIVE DAILY RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION ALONG WITH WEEKLY MASS AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES. OUR SCHOOL HAS STATE OF THE ART COMPUTERS, SPANISH, MUSIC, ART, BAND, CHESS CLUB, LEGO LEAGUE, CHOIR, DRAMA CLUB, TUTOR BUDDIES AND ATHLETICS. BOTH BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE ARE AVAILABLE! 607 Sobieski St. • Lemont 630.257.6488

A Statement by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Catholic schools have a long-standing commitment to academic excellence that is rooted in the faith- based mission of Catholic education. The Common Core State Standards in no way compromise the Catholic identity or educational program of a Catholic school. The Common Core State Standards initiative, begun in 2007, is a state-led, bipartisan effort that is not a requirement for participation in the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB) or any other federally- funded program, and there are no mandates for any Catholic school to follow any federal rules if they adopt the Common Core. Adoption of the Common Core is voluntary; individual states, Catholic dioceses and other private schools make their own decisions about whether to adopt the standards. The Common Core State Standards are a set of high-quality academic expectations that all students should master by the end of each grade level. The standards establish consistent learning goals for all students that focus on preparing them to succeed in college and careers in a globally competitive workplace. The standards define and clearly communicate grade-specific goals and inform parents about learning outcomes, making it easier for parents to collaborate with teachers in helping their children achieve success. The Common Core State Standards are not a curriculum. A curriculum includes what is taught, when it is taught, how it is taught and what materials to use. None of these items are included in the Common Core State Standards. For Catholic schools, all of these elements will continue to be determined by diocesan superintendents, principals and teachers working to meet the needs of their students. The Common Core represents a fundamental shift in the teaching and learning process. The Common Core establishes clear, measurable goals for students that assist teachers in making instructional decisions. The standards place emphasis on creativity, critical and analytical thinking and application to curriculum content. The Common Core is not a national curriculum. It guides the way that instruction takes place in each classroom, allowing the Catholic school to develop its own curriculum content. An excellent Catholic school provides a rigorous academic curriculum that integrates faith and knowledge. As trained professionals, Catholic school administrators and teachers continually seek the best instructional methods for educating students. In the past, dioceses and schools have developed their own standards or adapted state standards for use with their own curriculum. Some will continue to do this. To assist those incorporating the new standards, the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and partners in Catholic education established the Common Core Catholic Identity Initiative (CCCII). CCCII provides resources to design and direct the implementation of Common Core within the culture and context of a Catholic school curriculum. Thus Catholic schools can infuse the standards with the faith, principles, values and social justice themes inherent in the mission of a Catholic school. NCEA, the largest private professional education organization in the world, provides leadership, direction and service to its members through a variety of professional development activities that support whatever teaching and learning activities the individual school chooses implement. NCEA Position Statement on the Common Core State Standards May 31, 2013

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1. Make it special. Plan the types of events that are the most meaningful to your school community and that celebrate your history and traditions. 2. But don’t try to do too much. Focus on a few well-organized activities that everyone can enjoy. Recognize what you can do with the resources and budget you have.

4. Pray together. The opportunity to share faith every day is a gift of Catholic education. 5. Serve together. Catholic Schools Week is a good time to highlight the school’s ongoing commitment to service or launch a new service initiative. 6. Learn something together. Break out from the usual subjects to try something new, a good way to instill a lifelong love of learning. 7. Play together. Set aside some time just for fun. 8. Center on students. Remind them to reflect on the value of their Catholic education. 9. Recognize teachers. Acknowledge the tremendous difference their service makes in the school’s ability to offer high-quality, faith-filled education. 10. Involve families. Schools and families count on each other to reinforce shared values. Thank families for choosing your school and supporting your efforts to educate their children. 11. Single out supporters. Show your appreciation for members of the parish and the community who make your school stronger through their volunteer efforts and support. 12. Extend the feeling throughout the school year. Catholic Schools Week is not the only time to recognize what makes Catholic education special. Instill that feeling in your school community every day. Source: National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

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